College of Agriculture, Health & Natural Resources
Homegrown Conservation Projects Underway, Courtesy of the UConn Forest
How a couple of fallen trees led to a dynamic opportunity for Connecticut students
Turmeric Component May Help Improve Cholesterol, Lessen Statin Side Effects
Researcher Oh Sung Kwon is investigating if a central component in turmeric could improve cholesterol and reduce common side effects for cholesterol medicine
UConn Researcher Decreasing HIV Risk for People Who Use Drugs
Michael Copenhaver is working on two grants to improve outcomes for people who use drugs and are at a greater risk for HIV
One Step Closer to Efficient Cannabis Production
Bringing a technique that has been a boon to other plants to the budding cannabis industry
Research Outreach Program Supports Underrepresented Students
Experiential learning allows underrepresented students to gain knowledge and skills for promising careers in food, nutrition, and health fields.
UConn Researchers Developing Coastal Forest Resiliency Plan for Coastal Evergreen Preserve
Extension educator Juliana Barrett will lead a team in developing a coastal forest management plan for a preserve in Stonington.
UConn Health Minute: Running from Injuries
Running injuries are extremely common but many can be prevented. The UConn Institute for Sports Medicine offers individual and team-based risk screenings; customized prevention protocols and assistance developing rehab and return-to-play goals.
Impact of COVID-19 on Racial-Ethnic Minorities Among Persons with Opioid Use Disorder
Findings highlight differences in the experiences of racial-ethnic minorities with opioid use disorder during the COVID-19 pandemic
UConn Recognized for Using ‘Exercise as Medicine’ During the Pandemic
UConn was one of 73 schools to receive a gold designation nationwide for their creative efforts to keep students active during the pandemic
Virtual Conference Brings Together Global Experts to Tackle COVID-19 “Infodemic”
Health behavior experts come together to put forth an agenda that uses social media to solve public health problems